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Michael F. Easley
Governor
State of North Carolina
Office of the Governor
Governor's Press Office
State Capitol, Raleigh, NC 27603-8001
(919) 733-5612 - Toll Free 1-800-662-7005
FAX (919) 733-5166
For Release: IMMEDIATE Contact: Lauren Carrier
Date: July 17, 2006 Phone: 919/733-5612
GOV. EASLEY ANNOUNCES 100 JOBS IN PITT COUNTY
$200,000 One North Carolina Fund Grant Helps PaperPak Products Expand
RALEIGH – Gov. Mike Easley today announced that PaperPak Products Inc. will expand operations in Pitt County, creating 100 new jobs and investing $9.7 million over the next three years. The announcement was made possible in part by a $200,000 One North Carolina Fund grant.
“PaperPak Products’ decision to expand in Pitt County is a testament to our No. 1 ranked business climate,” Easley said. “We will continue to make the necessary investments in workforce development and education so that we remain the top choice for companies wanting to relocate or expand.”
PaperPak Products Inc., a leading manufacturer of adult disposable incontinence products, currently has 235 employees at its manufacturing facilities in Greenville. The company will expand operations in Greenville and eventually relocate its California-based corporate headquarters to the North Carolina facility. While wages will vary by job function, the expected average annual salary of the new jobs is $48,000 plus benefits, which is higher than the Pitt County average annual salary of $26,520 not including benefits.
“Greenville was selected as our North American headquarters because of the availability of highly skilled people required to run our business, the dedication and contributions of current employees, and the support and interest offered by the local community,” said company CEO Michael Fagan.
"PaperPak Products has made a committment to Pitt County and our people, and once again North Carolina has demonstrated its committment to bringing new jobs to the area to enhance the quality of life for our citizens," said Senator Clark Jenkins (D-Edgecombe, Martin, Pitt).
"I am pleased to see One North Carolina Funds supporting a business that has found a home here in Pitt County," said Senator John Kerr (D-Wayne, Greene, Pitt). "Our folks from this county and the surrounding area are skilled workers who deserve the chance to make a competitive salary."
“This is a great example of local and state officials, especially Governor Easley, working together to help our local businesses grow so they are able to hire new employees," said. Rep. Marian McLawhorn (D-Pitt). "We must continue our efforts to strengthen our local economies by making needed investments in programs such as the One North Carolina Fund, while also educating our people and improving our schools."
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Michael F. Easley
Governor
State of North Carolina
Office of the Governor
Governor's Press Office
State Capitol, Raleigh, NC 27603-8001
(919) 733-5612 - Toll Free 1-800-662-7005
FAX (919) 733-5166
For Release: IMMEDIATE Contact: Lauren Carrier
Date: July 17, 2006 Phone: 919/733-5612
GOV. EASLEY ANNOUNCES 100 JOBS IN PITT COUNTY
$200,000 One North Carolina Fund Grant Helps PaperPak Products Expand
RALEIGH – Gov. Mike Easley today announced that PaperPak Products Inc. will expand operations in Pitt County, creating 100 new jobs and investing $9.7 million over the next three years. The announcement was made possible in part by a $200,000 One North Carolina Fund grant.
“PaperPak Products’ decision to expand in Pitt County is a testament to our No. 1 ranked business climate,” Easley said. “We will continue to make the necessary investments in workforce development and education so that we remain the top choice for companies wanting to relocate or expand.”
PaperPak Products Inc., a leading manufacturer of adult disposable incontinence products, currently has 235 employees at its manufacturing facilities in Greenville. The company will expand operations in Greenville and eventually relocate its California-based corporate headquarters to the North Carolina facility. While wages will vary by job function, the expected average annual salary of the new jobs is $48,000 plus benefits, which is higher than the Pitt County average annual salary of $26,520 not including benefits.
“Greenville was selected as our North American headquarters because of the availability of highly skilled people required to run our business, the dedication and contributions of current employees, and the support and interest offered by the local community,” said company CEO Michael Fagan.
"PaperPak Products has made a committment to Pitt County and our people, and once again North Carolina has demonstrated its committment to bringing new jobs to the area to enhance the quality of life for our citizens," said Senator Clark Jenkins (D-Edgecombe, Martin, Pitt).
"I am pleased to see One North Carolina Funds supporting a business that has found a home here in Pitt County," said Senator John Kerr (D-Wayne, Greene, Pitt). "Our folks from this county and the surrounding area are skilled workers who deserve the chance to make a competitive salary."
“This is a great example of local and state officials, especially Governor Easley, working together to help our local businesses grow so they are able to hire new employees," said. Rep. Marian McLawhorn (D-Pitt). "We must continue our efforts to strengthen our local economies by making needed investments in programs such as the One North Carolina Fund, while also educating our people and improving our schools."
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